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About Jim Thompson House Museum

Jim Thompson House Museum: A Journey into Thai History and Culture

Discover Bangkok's Jim Thompson House Museum and take an intriguing journey into the life and legacy of James H.W. Thompson, also known as the Thai Silk King! Discover his exquisite six traditional Thai houses that stand as testaments to his passion for both art and architecture.

Immersive Cultural Experience

Be immersed in Thai culture as you stroll through exquisite interiors adorned with antiques and artifacts from his expansive collection. This exquisite museum provides an intriguing combination of history, art, and culture by featuring exquisite woodwork with intricate details and invaluable artifacts.

Guided Tours and Museum Information

Daily guided tours in English, Thai, French, Chinese, and Japanese offer invaluable insights into Jim Thompson's life and times as well as the significance of his home in terms of culture and heritage. The museum is open daily from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM with last tours starting at 5:00 PM, admission costs 250 Baht for adults (aged 10-21 need ID to gain entry) while those under 10 (accompanied by an adult) gain admission free. Tickets must be bought on site as online sales do not offer this experience. Photography within the main house is permitted; however, flash photography, selfies and videos may be subject to certain restrictions.

Location and Contact Information

Jim Thompson House Museum can easily be reached from anywhere within Bangkok via taxi, tuk-tuk, BTS Skytrain (National Stadium station exit 1) or private car. For ease of navigation it can be found at 6 Soi Kasemsan 2, Rama 1 Road Bangkok 10330. Contact the Jim Thompson House Museum via telephone on 66 2 216 7368, or use their inquiry form, with any inquiries you might have about its exhibits, history and stories.

Jim Thompson Art Center

Jim Thompson Art Center at the museum complex provides visitors with an exceptional cultural experience by hosting innovative exhibitions and educational programs with collaboration from cultural institutions that foster artistic endeavors while enriching community engagement.

Beyond the Main House

Discover additional buildings within the complex beyond Jim Thompson's main house to gain more insights into his life and architectural achievements. Beyond architectural marvel, the carefully curated Asian art collection provides a glimpse into its vibrant cultural legacy. Each piece tells its own tale from history and cultural exchange that helped form this collection. The museum fosters an atmosphere of reverence towards artifacts by encouraging visitors to appreciate both their craftsmanship and historical value.

Gardens and Relaxation

Not only can visitors appreciate a beautiful collection of artifacts here, but the soothing gardens provide an idyllic place for contemplation and reflection. Integration between architecture and nature provides visitors a relaxing refuge amidst Bangkok's hectic cityscape.

Plan Your Visit

Start exploring history, culture and art at the Jim Thompson House Museum in Bangkok - don't miss this unique chance to immerse yourself in Thai history and culture in an immersive experience! Plan now. The Jim Thompson House Museum provides visitors with an incredible chance to immerse themselves in Thai history and culture like never before - plan now and experience all there is to discover at its doors!

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Hours of operation

Monday
10AM - 5PM
Tuesday
10AM - 5PM
Wednesday
10AM - 5PM
Thursday
10AM - 5PM
Friday
10AM - 5PM
Saturday
10AM - 5PM
Sunday
10AM - 5PM
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on Sun Mar 12 2023
Restored in a very good condition. The house is stunning, even if the history doesn't interest you.
on Sun Mar 12 2023
Beautiful place in Bangkok with beautiful teak houses, and lovely gardens. The guide will explain the various artifacts to you in your native language. We were French. It's a beautiful site. (
on Sun Mar 12 2023
It is a beautiful place right in the middle of Bangkok. It was very enjoyable to visit the gardens and houses with an English-speaking guide. Beautiful decoration and objects. (
on Sat Mar 11 2023
A small green oasis located in the heart of Bangkok. It was a wonderful tour. We learned so much about Jim Thompson's history and silk production. Beautiful and informative, the house and its furnishings are stunning. If you aren t staying in Bangkok for more than a few days, I recommend visiting the Jim Thompson House.
on Mon Feb 27 2023
) Amazing. experience (
on Mon Feb 27 2023
) Frankly, it s not worth paying 500 bts... (
on Sun Feb 26 2023
) Beautiful old houses definitely worth a visit, very well maintained too (
on Sun Feb 26 2023
The house itself is very interesting but the place has turned into more of a retail store than a museum. If you do want to visit, be sure to allot a couple hours. It is required that tours go with a guide and each last nearly an hour. When we arrived the next tour available was in 45 minutes.
on Sun Feb 26 2023
Bangkok Experience wouldn t be complete without seeing Jim Thompson House. One has to see it to appreciate his work!
on Sun Feb 26 2023
) It s good to see a 20th century Thai rich house. (
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